15 Pat Lambie (Sharks) - Yes he's been excellent at flyhalf for the Sharks but he is also an outstanding fullback and is an easy choice.

14 Gio Aplon (Stormers) - Simply one of the most elusive runners in the world game and the catalyst for many of the Stormers' best attacks of the season.

13 Juan de Jongh (Stormers) - Has been a thorn in the side of defences and has been brilliant when making his own tackles. Good feet as well.

12 Jean de Villiers (Stormers) - Although injury has interrupted his season, he should be fit for the England series, when his excellent form will hopefully continue.

11 Bryan Habana (Stormers) - He's flitted successfully between centre and wing this season, but coming off his flank and looking for work is where he's most dangerous.

10 Morne Steyn (Bulls) - With Johan Goosen's unfortunate injury Steyn is the logical choice at this stage. He is a proven match-winner and in tandem with Francois Hougaard will have the benefit of playing in a settled combination.

9 Francois Hougaard (Bulls) - He's not the finished article yet, which is bad news for opponents. Great eye for the gap, speed and combative spirit.

8 Pierre Spies (Bulls) - Duane Vermeulen's injury means he misses out, but Spies has been the next best.

7 Marcell Coetzee (Sharks) - His work rate, ability to cross the gain line and tireless defence mark him out as a real star of the future.

6 Heinrich Brussow (Cheetahs) - Still possesses limpet-like adhesion to tackled players and is also a strong link on attack.

5 Andries Bekker (Stormers) - His huge frame makes a formidable target in the lineouts, while his general athleticism ensures he contributes more than enough in the loose.

4 Eben Etzebeth (Stormers) - The find of the season. All fire and brimstone but he has great skills packaged in an immense frame. The newer, younger, better version of Bakkies Botha.

3 Jannie du Plessis (Sharks) - The tighthead cupboard is not overflowing, but Jannie is still consistently producing the goods on a weekly basis.

2 Chiliboy Ralepelle (Bulls) - There is no shortage of brilliant hookers in SA, but "Chili" is showing that, with consistent game time and the coach's faith, he is world-class.

1 Coenie Oosthuizen (Cheetahs) - He just edges the Bulls' Dean Greyling because of his brilliance in the loose. Still has several rough edges, which will smooth over time.

Reserves: 16 Adriaan Strauss (Cheetahs), 17 Dean Greyling (Bulls), 18 Rynhardt Elstadt (Stormers), 19 Ashley Johnson (Cheetahs), 20 Ruan Pienaar (Ulster), 21 Peter Grant (Stormers), 22 JP Pietersen (Sharks).